2007 Citroen C6 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, both 2007 Citroen C6 and 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,208 cc, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK (877 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 676 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C6. (201 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 8 kg more than 2007 Citroen C6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Citroen C6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK (630 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C6. (441 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C6.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Citroen C6 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | C6 | CLK |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2720 cc | 6208 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 877 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 630 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 102.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 94.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 4.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1878 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 14.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 62 L |